2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,421 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
